New JP Riemens and the Fabulous Barflies CD: No Filter

No Filter is an apt name for the new album from JP Riemens and the Fabulous Barflies.  Recorded live in Barry Mac's living room, the no-nonsense, warm, organic feel is evident from the very first note.

The local singer/songwriter's phenomenal storytelling shines in this immediate state.  The heartbreak, joy, love and sadness in the songs stand out when they are laid bare.

The Fabulous Barflies (Brian Griffith on guitar, Carrie Ashworth on bass, and Danny Lockwood on drums) do a stupendous job of eaving a mix of jazz, blues, county and folk to JP's emotional tales.

This must-have collection is available for download on eMusic and iTunes. Physical copies can be picked up at JP's magnificent live shows.

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Blast From the Past: JP Riemens CD - Dirty Sunset

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Fry Truck@Artword Artbar (September 15, 2012) Part 2 - Full Band

Left to Right: Dan Medakovic, Matt Coleman (violin), Mike Trebilcock, Dave Pomfret, Chris Wheeler (slide guitar), Carrie Ashworth (bass), Linda Duemo (drums)







Bonus video (courtesy of MumbleMod007) featuring Linda Duemo's band




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New Caretakers CD: Love, War + PRopaganda

Love, War + PRopaganda is the latest CD from Hamilton's own folk-rock band with a conscience, the Caretakers.

The group have taken the amazing sound from their debut disc and journeyed beyond. The bedrock is still classic, melodic folk rock though. Lena Montecalvo's powerful vocals and Jeffrey Martin's character-filled voice are on full display, as always.

In this cool collection, you get the funkiness of Just Like California, the pop-flavoured Flowers for Peace, the countrified Left a Friend Behind, the catchy I'm the Happiest Man (featuring some cool Ukele work) and much more. Lyrically, they cover many social issues (especially on songs such as On Becoming Noam Chomsky and In Humanity We Trust).

Jeffrey and Lena are the core duo of the Caretakers. Joining them are a number of amazing local musicians such as Mike Trebilcock (who also produces), Carrie Ashworth, Barry Mac, Kim Deschamps, Jesse O'Brien, Matt Coleman and former Caretaker Norm Van Bergen

The CD is available at their live shows and can be downloaded on Bandcamp.

Below is a song from the CD, courtesy of the band's YouTube page.



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J.P. Riemens and Friends@Cat N Fiddle (April 5, 2012)

JP Riemens (vocals, guitar), Brian Griffith (guitar), Carrie Ashworth (bass)













Blast from the Past: JP with Dan Walsh@This Ain't Hollywood

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Shelley Adams You Tube Videos

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Above three videos courtesy of Shelley Adams

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Barry Mac and Lena Montecalvo@Upper James Neighbour Block Party (September 17, 2011) Part 1

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Barry Mac and the One Eyed Jacks @ Westside Concert Theatre (November 20, 2010)

This was part of the Hamilton Music Awards Showcase.

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Barry Mac (Vocals, guitar), Spider Costello (drums), Lena Montecalvo (harmony vocals), Carrie Ashworth (bass)









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Rachel Heart and Friends (CD Release Party) @ Lighthouse Festival Theatre (October 29, 2010)

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Rachel Heart (rhythm guitar- vocals), Will Macaulay (guitar), Carrie Ashworth (bass), Brad Jackson (drums)











Click here to see the opening act: George and Jess Murphy

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New JP Riemens CD: Dirty Sunset

Local singer/songwriter J.P. Riemens recently celebrated his brand new CD: Dirty Sunset. Even after many releases, JP has managed to bring fresh new ideas to his sound.

While still in the country vein, the disc manages to seamlessly incorporate folk, rock, a touch of blues, a bit of jazz and more. On top of everything else, JP's incredible lyrics add depth to whole proceedings.

On this disc, you'll find great toe-tappers (Roosevelt's Dancehall, This Girl Don't Cry) and slow, sweet songs (All Grown Up, Six Feet Under).

The amazing Brian Griffith lends his talented guitar-work to the CD. He's joined by Carrie Ashworth on bass, Danny Lockwood on drums, Eric Bouchet on keys, and Michael Fonfara on Hammond organ.

The disc is currently available at his shows.

To commemorate the new release, JP performed with Brian Griffith at the Cat N Fiddle on September 2, 2010. Below are a few videos - the first is a song from the new album.

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Barry Mac and the One-Eyed Jacks @ Vibewrangler Studio (May 8, 2010)

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Left to right: Spider Costello (drums), Barry Mac (guitar, vocals), Carrie Ashworth (bass) and Lena Montecalvo (vocals)










They were opening for the Caretakers CD Release Party. Click here to view that performance.

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JP Riemens & The Fabulous Bar Flies CD Relese Party (July 10, 2009)

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